In the blistering heat of the Mexican desert, where the horizon shimmers and the sand never seems to end, the Ducati DesertX Rally found itself in its natural element—the 2024 NORRA Mexican 1000 Rally.
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Motorcycles – So Many Choices
The world of motorcycles is a robust one. There’s a motorcycle designed for pretty much every use out there. The companies selling bikes are trying to appeal to every area of the market from the folks who love to cruise to the racers to the adventurers.
Then there’s the custom bike scene. Geniuses, craftsmen, artists take motorcycles and turn them into rolling pieces of art.
I try to cover a little bit of it all. From the new bikes rolling off the production lines at the various motorcycle manufacturers to the littlest of custom shops and individuals tinkering around in their sheds.
Types of Motorcycles
Here are the main types of motorcycles I typically write about on this site.
- Cafe Racer
- Scrambler
- Bobber
- Sportbikes
- Electric Motorcycles
- Minibikes
- Cruisers
- Adventure Bikes
- Moped
- Scooter
Note that this isn’t an exhaustive list, and the article linked above about the different types of motorcycles will explain the full picture.
Motorcycle Brands
The fun doesn’t stop with the various types of motorcycles. There are also tons of brands that sell each type of motorcycle. I’ve written an article on the different motorcycle brands out there, and that should give you a pretty clear idea of what you’ll find.
Motorcycle Engine Size
Motorcycle type and the different brands matter a ton, but I often find myself and other riders classifying motorcycles by their engine size or displacement.
This is typically how the industry categorizes motorcycles. You’ll see a 250cc class, a 600cc class, etc. To learn more, check out my article on the various engine sizes out there in the world of motorcycles.
Motorcycles and Prices
Lastly, I want to talk about the price of motorcycles. Everyone has to work in a budget, and you can buy a nice bike for very little money, but you can also spend a ton.
Price is a big deciding factor, and I would hope you take it into account. Here are my thoughts on motorcycles and their prices.
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What Motorcycle is in ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’?
The question has a ring of mystery to it, doesn’t it? “What motorcycle is in The World’s Fastest Indian?” Well, for those who haven’t seen the movie or lived under a rock for the last few decades, The World’s Fastest Indian is a film about one man, his machine, and an impossible dream that wasn’t so impossible after all. But this isn’t some glossy, computer-generated story of a souped-up, futuristic bike. No, this is about something gritty, real, and borderline ridiculous — the 1920 Indian Scout.
Continue reading “What Motorcycle is in ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’?”The 2025 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe Gets New Colors
Ah, Kawasaki, you’ve gone and done just what I wanted. You’re bringing the right color schemes to the good old USA. Kawasaki’s latest green and black beauty, the Z900RS Cafe, is gracing American shores. Yes, the same retro-styled stunner cafe racer that made hearts race in Indonesia last summer is now ready for your garage.
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The new Husqvarna Vitpilen 801, the “White Arrow,” follows the Svartpilen 801 as a stylish roadster with performance borrowed from the KTM 790 Duke. Underneath, it shares the same 799cc parallel-twin engine, producing a potent 105 horsepower and 64 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed transmission and adjustable ride modes. But where the Svartpilen goes for a rugged, scrambler vibe, the Vitpilen opts for sharper, more aggressive lines and a lower, sportier riding position.
Continue reading “Check Out the New 2025 Husqvarna Vitpilen 801”What Motorcycles are in Easy Rider?
There’s a special place in America’s heart for Easy Rider. It’s the movie that gave us more than just a story—it gave us a legend, two dreamers riding their hogs into the wide open spaces of a country in flux.
Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, cruising down long stretches of highway, their machines cutting through the American landscape like a knife through butter. The motorcycles they rode weren’t just props; they were symbols. And when it comes to Easy Rider, these two-wheelers have their own mythology.
Continue reading “What Motorcycles are in Easy Rider?”The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX Officially Enters the Arena
Kawasaki’s did it, just like I said. It turned up the heat in the two-wheeled world with the official announcement of the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX. You’d think stuffing a bigger engine in there might balloon the price, but no, Kawasaki’s kept it steady at $13,699, just like the outgoing Ninja 1000SX. Now, if you’re looking for something a little more dressed up, there’s an SE version with Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes, all for a neat $15,399.
Continue reading “The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX Officially Enters the Arena”The 2025 Ducati Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition Will Come Soon
Ducati’s Scrambler is turning ten, and what better way to celebrate than with a special edition? Enter the 2025 Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition, confirmed by none other than the California Air Resources Board.
Continue reading “The 2025 Ducati Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition Will Come Soon”What Motorcycle Does Steve McQueen Ride in ‘The Great Escape’?
Steve McQueen wasn’t just an actor—he was a bona fide speed junkie, and he rode with the kind of guts you couldn’t fake. In The Great Escape, McQueen made one of the most iconic motorcycle jumps in cinematic history, sailing over barbed wire and into legend.
But here’s the kicker: the motorcycle you see on screen wasn’t the military-spec German machine it was supposed to be. No, McQueen rode something else entirely, a British iron horse disguised for its Hollywood role—a 1961 Triumph TR6 Trophy.
Continue reading “What Motorcycle Does Steve McQueen Ride in ‘The Great Escape’?”Meet the Kawasaki Meguro S1 and W230
In a world obsessed with tech-heavy, feature-packed motorcycles, the name Meguro might barely register on anyone’s radar. But if you dig into history, you’ll find this Japanese brand laid down the roots of motorcycling back in 1924, influencing the machines we see today. Now, a century later, Kawasaki, which absorbed Meguro in the ’60s, tips its hat to this legacy with the Meguro S1.
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Yamaha’s been dangling a tantalizing carrot in front of motorcycle enthusiasts lately, dropping hints about the long-awaited 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 sportbike. With teasers lighting up social media, the big reveal is slated for October 9, and the buzz is palpable.
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